Join RAVENWING Wx for our Mountain Weather Clinic. We'll explore a range of atmospheric conditions you will find flying in mountainous terrain, with topics including Convective Weather, Airflow in Complex Terrain, and Mountain Wave.
When flying in this exciting and beautiful setting, it is imperative to know that performance, comfort, and safety truly pivot around how well you understand your environment. A lesson in extremes, a flight on a calm clear day is nothing but breath taking, but put yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time, and you will be testing the limits of your knowledge, skill, and luck.
The unmistakable effect mountains have on weather is the focus of this course. Covering everything from small to large scale systems, you will learn how to forecast, read, and fly a range of weather phenomenon.
UNDERSTAND MOUNTAIN WEATHER SYSTEMS
MASTER THE LATEST BRIEFING TOOLS
MAKE RELIABLE FORECASTS
READ THE SIGNPOSTS INFLIGHT
INCREASE SAFETY
Learn the many nuances of how air flows in complex terrain, how to forecast and anticipate flight conditions, and ultimately, how to take advantage of the energy in the atmosphere. ⇢
Learn about the many components of a convective day, invaluable weather briefing skills, inflight weather assessment skills, and how to fly convective weather. ⇢
Learn fundamentals of structure and formation, what to look for in your weather briefing, what to look for from the cockpit, and finally, strategies and tactics used to fly in and around mountain wave systems. ⇢
$150
SEPTEMBER 22, 2018
8am to 1pm
Boulder Municipal Airport, 3335 Airport Road. Boulder CO 80301 (map)
Includes: Reference material, beverages and snacks.
